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Lawsuit Filed Against 'Yellowstone' Creator for Alleged Idea Theft

A federal copyright lawsuit has been filed by Lauren J. Salkin against Taylor Sheridan, claiming he stole the idea for 'Yellowstone' from her 2016 pitch for 'Sovereign Nation.' The suit alleges that specific elements and character roles from her pitch were used in the show, suggesting potential copyright infringement. No comments have been made by the defendants regarding the lawsuit.

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Taylor Sheridan Lauren J. Salkin Danny Huston Gil Birmingham

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A federal copyright lawsuit has been filed by Lauren J. Salkin against Taylor Sheridan, claiming he stole the idea for 'Yellowstone' from her 2016 pitch for 'Sovereign Nation.' The suit alleges that specific elements and character roles from her pitch were used in the show, suggesting potential copyright infringement. No comments have been made by the defendants regarding the lawsuit.

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‘Yellowstone’ Creator Accused of Stealing Idea for Hit Show

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Lawsuit Filed Against 'Yellowstone' Creator for Alleged Idea Theft